GraphQL Schema Designer

Design GraphQL SDL schemas from domain models with federation and resolver patterns.

6|Updated Oct 25, 2025
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Skill: GraphQL Schema Designer
Source: https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks/tree/main/skills/api-graphql-designer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/williamzujkowski/cognitive-toolworks --skill graphql-schema-designer-williamzujkowski

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

GraphQL schema design for federated, stitched, and standalone services can be complex, leading to inconsistent APIs and security gaps.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Design GraphQL SDL schemas from domain models, including types, queries, mutations, and subscriptions.
  • Configure federation, resolution patterns, and DataLoader setups to prevent n+1 queries.
  • Provide guidance for schema stitching, pagination, and directive-based authorization, with ready-to-adapt examples.

Quick Start

Provide your domain model and let the designer generate a ready-to-use GraphQL SDL and resolver patterns.

Frequently Asked Questions about GraphQL Schema Designer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I design a GraphQL schema for federated microservices?▼

To design GraphQL schemas for federated APIs, provide your domain entities and federation configuration to generate SDL definitions, resolver patterns, and federation setup. The output includes schema_definition, resolver_patterns, and federation_config tailored for multi-team architectures.

How do I prevent n+1 queries in GraphQL resolvers?▼

Prevent n+1 queries in GraphQL by configuring DataLoader setups within your resolver patterns to batch and cache database requests. The designer outputs optimization_config and resolver_patterns specifically structured to avoid n+1 queries across your schema types.

What's the best way to handle pagination in a GraphQL schema?▼

Handle GraphQL pagination by applying connection patterns within your SDL and resolvers. The designer provides pagination guidance and generates schema definitions with built-in cursor-based structures to ensure efficient data loading and traversal.

Can I use schema stitching for multi-team GraphQL architectures?▼

Yes, you can use schema stitching for multi-team GraphQL architectures by merging multiple standalone SDL schemas into a single gateway. The designer provides stitching guidance to combine distributed services while maintaining consistent types, queries, and mutations across teams.

How do I add directive-based authorization to a GraphQL schema?▼

Add directive-based authorization to a GraphQL schema by defining security directives within your SDL. The designer generates security_directives that apply role-based access control to queries and mutations, ensuring your API has built-in authorization patterns.

When should I not use Apollo Federation for my GraphQL API?▼

Avoid Apollo Federation if your architecture consists of a single standalone service rather than distributed microservices. The designer supports standalone SDL generation without federation_config, making it suitable for simpler services that do not require a distributed graph.